Join guest instructor, Jo Mooney, in this four week workshop exploring art journaling with a self-care focus. Learn how to organize your thoughts and translate them onto your journal page using different media and creative techniques. You provide your own blank journal to work in. Other supplies are included but you may bring a small...
Give encaustic painting a whirl in this afternoon introduction. In this encaustic taster you’ll learn how to mix and apply encaustic paint. You’ll learn how to safely use the blow torch as a fusing tool. You have some time to try using carving tools to dig down and create dimension to your work. All materials...
Encaustic monoprinting is a unique and innovative printing process that produces one-of-a-kind prints that are rich in texture and colour. In this workshop, participants will learn the basic techniques of encaustic monoprinting, starting with the preparation of the surface and the tools, materials, and media involved in the process. Through a hands-on approach, participants will...
Using a Gelli-plate and acrylic paint you'll make unique holiday cards. You'll then cut your prints to fit 5x7 paper framed cards. This is a fun activity for adults and kids. Children must be at least 8 years old and must be accompanied by an adult. All materials are provided for 2 cards. Limit 8...
Using mat board and encaustic you'll make unique holiday cards. These cards fit a 5x7 frame. You'll learn how apply encaustic paint and how to do an image transfer. This is a fun activity for adults and kids. Children must be at least 8 years old and must be accompanied by an adult. All materials...
Using wood slices and encaustic you’ll make unique holiday ornaments. You’ll learn how to do an image transfer using wax and how to apply pops of colour using PanPastel. This is a fun activity for adults and kids. Children must be at least 8 years old and must be accompanied by an adult. Each session...
In this Open Studio format, you will have the opportunity to work on finishing paintings in progress. You will have one-on-one time with Upwards artist, Amelia Kraemer, to discuss how your vision for your painting can be achieved. You will also have the option to participate in a guided group critique of your work (this...